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Broncos Sign Ex-Starter Lecitus Smith Amidst OL Injuries
14 Aug
Summary
- Broncos place Mike Deiter on season-ending IR.
- Lecitus Smith, former NFC starter, signed by Broncos.
- Multiple centers injured, impacting offensive line depth.
The Denver Broncos have signed center Lecitus Smith to address depth issues on their offensive line. This move comes after the team placed center Mike Deiter on injured reserve with a season-ending injury sustained during practice on Tuesday. The Broncos are experiencing a rash of injuries at the center position, with starter Luke Wattenberg and key backup Alex Forsyth also missing practice this week.
Lecitus Smith brings a notable level of experience to the Broncos. Originally a sixth-round draft pick by the Arizona Cardinals in 2022, Smith has since spent time with multiple NFL teams, including the New England Patriots and Green Bay Packers. He notably started eight games for the Patriots during the 2024 season, providing a proven option for Denver.
This signing reflects the team's proactive approach to managing player availability and maintaining competitive depth. Head coach Sean Payton had previously acknowledged the team's efforts to adjust training camp practices to reduce non-contact injuries, highlighting the challenge of preventing such issues even with careful planning.
